Butternut Tree Farm Dam
Key Takeaway
Butternut Tree Farm Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| NID ID | SC02837 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BUTTERNUT TREE FARM LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Butternut Tree Farm Dam?
Butternut Tree Farm Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Butternut Tree Farm Dam?
Butternut Tree Farm Dam is owned by BUTTERNUT TREE FARM LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Butternut Tree Farm Dam?
Butternut Tree Farm Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Butternut Tree Farm Dam?
Butternut Tree Farm Dam has a dam height of 19 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Butternut Tree Farm Dam last inspected?
Butternut Tree Farm Dam was last inspected on March 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.